CHAPTER 502: CHAPTER 445: THE EMPRESS SUMMONS

Primordial said with annoyance via telepathy, "Stop causing trouble. Haven’t you noticed something’s off about the atmosphere?"

But the atmosphere is quite nice as I feel it!

Tongtian raised his hand, revealing a set of golden poker cards, which he fanned out with a chuckle, "Junior sisters, shall we play a game of cards? Just a small gamble for fun~"

Nuwa laughed lightly and said, "Let’s not today. I have important matters to attend to and must leave, but another day I’ll gladly have a match with elder brother."

Ping Xin also nodded with a smile and said, "Elder brother, I too have pressing matters to take care of."

The two ladies exchanged a glance, floated up, and left Zixiao Palace.

Taishang said, "Primordial, Tongtian, let’s go as well!"

Tongtian, with a hint of regret, put away his poker cards and followed Taishang Primordial out.

Jieyin and Zhunti bowed to the main seat before leaving the Zixiao Palace. Now that the Calamity is approaching, the Buddha Sect is entangled with the karma of this Calamity. Both are deeply worried but can only behave to hope for the guidance of the Taoist Ancestor.

Zixiao Palace silently vanished into the depths of Chaos.

In Chaos, Jieyin and Zhunti traveled together.

Jieyin wore a constant frown on his brow.

Zhunti encouraged him, "Elder brother, there’s no need to worry too much. The Taoist Ancestor has said that the Demon Tribulation is a sweeping calamity across the Three Realms, not solely targeting the Buddha Sect. Our Mysterious Sect can hardly stand idly by. With a bit of guidance, perhaps we can divert the Demon Tribulation toward the Mysterious Sect."

Saint Jieyin looked distressed and said, "Sigh~ I hope so!"

Zhunti furrowed his brows and said, "The Taoist Ancestor said that the Buddha and Demon Tribulation comes in two parts: the rise of Buddhism and the emergence of demons. Right now, the rise of Buddhism is more crucial for me."

Saint Jieyin, puzzled, said, "Our teacher has already said that the opportunity for Buddhism to flourish has come. The Three Pure Ones also allow the Taoists to go east to spread the Taoist doctrine. With the momentum of the Primordial World pushing us forward, Buddhism is certain to prosper. This matter is not difficult."

Zhunti slightly shook his head and said, "Buddhism’s doctrine spreading throughout the four major continents is indeed a great flourishing. It becoming the faith of countless creatures in the Primordial World is also a great flourishing, but the significance represented is entirely different."

Saint Jieyin appeared contemplative and nodded.

Saint Zhunti pondered for a moment and said, "There is a way to spread the doctrine and a method to prosper. What I want is not just for Buddhism’s doctrine to take root in East Victory Divine Continent and Nan Zhanbu Continent, but for Buddhism to surpass the Mysterious Sect in the east and become the foremost Great Sect in the Primordial World."

Jieyin suddenly looked up at Zhunti, impressed by his junior brother’s ambitious plans. How fortunate for Buddhism to have the support of my junior brother!

Zhunti smiled and said, "Elder brother, I plan to split off an incarnation to enter the Primordial World, search for those who have undergone trials, and guide them into Buddhism."

Jieyin nodded and replied, "That’s a good idea, I will join you!

The other elder and younger brothers and sisters probably will also split off incarnations to descend to the Lower Realm, searching for those who have undergone trials. It all depends on fate!"

"Good~" Zhunti nodded, and together they walked toward the Pure Land of Ultimate Bliss.

...

In the Heavenly Court, Bai Jin was blissfully unaware of all this, lounging leisurely on a recliner, with some fiery red small fruits beside her. These were brought by Xiao Kongyao as a gift for Bai Jin. Named Undying Fruit, these were supreme treasures born in the Vermilion Bird Realm, embodying laws. They could instantly revive and restore any Immortal Gods below the Quasi-Saint level from severe injuries, as long as one fruit was consumed.

And now, these precious fruits were being eaten one by one by Bai Jin, simply as a snack.

"Burp~" Bai Jin let out a satisfied belch.

Beside the chess room, a Valkyrie dressed in tight armor stood by the door, the snug fit outlining her lithe figure in a display of valor and distinction.

Yet now, this Valkyrie gazed up at the sky, her eyes vacant as she alternated between grief and smiles.

Boom~ Suddenly a bolt of lightning struck from the sky, Bai Jin disappeared in an instant, leaving only a pile of shattered deck chair and a scorched black mark.

The Valkyrie leaning against the door awoke in alarm, exclaiming, "Senior Sister, something’s wrong! Master has been sneak-attacked!"

A group of people immediately rushed out of the chess room, including Jingwei, Long Ji, Shi Ji, and Gu Liang.

Long Ji hastily asked, "Where? Who sneak-attacked Master?"

Jingwei also inquired, "A Xiu, what exactly happened?"

A Xiu pointed to the charred spot where the lightning had struck and nervously explained, "Just a moment ago, Master was right here, then suddenly lightning fell, and Master disappeared."

Everyone relaxed instantly.

With a carefree laugh, Long Ji said, "No worries, Junior Sister A Xiu is new and might not be fully aware. Back when we were with the Jie Sect, such events were common. Master would disappear with a thunderbolt and then soon return."

A Xiu paused, "Often struck by lightning?" She hesitated before asking softly, "Did our Master do something to offend the heavens?"

Long Ji was taken aback, replying candidly, "No! Our Master is very good, with plenty of merit."

Jingwei calmly added, "Master once stole the small fish buried by Bai He."

All eyes turned to Jingwei.

Coughing, Jingwei quickly turned away and left, as if to say it had nothing to do with her; it was all Master’s doing.

...

Inside the Nuwa Palace, Nuwa sat loftily upon her Cloud Bed, while below her Bai Jin was slumped on the floor, her hair standing on end and body pitch black, emitting wisps of blue smoke.

"Burp~" Bai Jin belched, flashing a set of white teeth, a puff of white smoke escaping her mouth.

"Your Highness, I feel like I’m well-cooked."

"Still not quite there." Nuwa raised a finger, and a flame sparked to life on its tip.

Bai Jin leapt up and, terrified, turned and fled, racing beyond the grand hall until she vanished from sight.

The flame on Nuwa’s finger flickered twice and went out as she spoke irritably, "Get back here!"

Bai Jin tentatively poked her head from outside the door, her expression one of agony, "Your Highness, your disciple has always been utterly loyal! Even if you must punish me, allow me to know my faults so I may avoid repeating them."

With a beckon of Nuwa’s finger, Bai Jin screamed and was instantly pulled from the outside, falling before the Cloud Bed in the hall.

Bai Jin turned on the spot, her charred body instantly cleaned by a flash of white light. She straightened up and bowed respectfully, saying, "Your disciple pays respects to Your Highness. May you be auspicious and radiant."

Nuwa chuckled, a peculiar light flashing in her eyes as she calmly said, "I believe you’ve said the same to Ping Xin, haven’t you?"

Bai Jin’s heart skipped a beat, her mind racing. Why would Nuwa bring up Ping Xin? Could it be that I have been exposed? It doesn’t seem likely!

What could have gone wrong? Bai Jin sensed the temperature in the hall plummet, a chill overwhelming her heart. A misstep in her response might indeed turn her into a roasted Bai He; never underestimate a woman’s pettiness.